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advice on fly fishing
One of the highlights of my Sierra backpacking trips is always fishing. As I moved toward lightweight backpacking I am looking at other options than my traditional rod an spinning reel. I...
yay/nay: Toaks Ultralight Esbit Cookset
I'm realizing that my current alcohol-based cooking setup is about 9 ounces and I'm tempted to try Esbit for short one or two night trips. I'm not ready to commit to the...
Sierra Designs Dri Down Jacket
<div class="firstthread_title">Sierra Designs Down Jacket - 800FP $62</div> <div id="post_message_123519751" class="post_message"> <div>Sierra Designs Dri Down Jacket - $55 + Shipping (looks like post-Christmas delivery). Massdrop - Sierra Designs Dri Down Jacket Down jackets...
Where to buy shoes?
I am in search of new hiking shoes. I don't live near an outfitter. REI is two hours away and I didn't like anything there. My local farm and fleet stores carry...
New katadyn "befree" filter bottle?
Anyone see these new katadyn befree filter bottles? Â Not sure what to make of this. Â 2oz, and doesn't require backflushing? Â .6L bottle is too small for me, maybe the top will thread...
get collapsible trekking poles?
Looking at collapsible ones. Wondering if these could present issues with tent pitching? https://www.rei.com/product/884628/rei-carbon-exp-vario-trekking-poles-pair Try 'em... 1 year no questions asked REI return policy. billy That particular pair is completely unadjustable,...
How did your DCF shelter age (and expire)?
"Even though the fabric has bias stabilization, the pattern includes long, slim sub-panels radiating from the three tieouts" Yeah, then all the lines of stress going from the corner are on the...
Sleeping pad: recommend a wide / light one?
Hi, I have a Thermarest Neoair Xlite (183cm x 51cm - regular - 350g) and find it a bit narrow. I am 6' 2" and quite broad shouldered. I am a back...
Very warm,lightweight down jacket suggestions...
Looking for a toasty down jacket/parka. I had a  mtn hardwear kelvinator and it was bulky,delicate shell and not very warm. Any suggestions? Weight?  Budget?  Temp range? Bang for your Buck -...
MH ghost lite jacket or simular ... any feedback?
Hey folks. In the market for a hooded wind jacket. My application will be middle of the road as far as breathability and water resistance is not such a factor. Will be used...
"New" Locus Gear Dome Tent
Hi Sam Well, I use the term 'dome tent' for a tent which has 4+ poles - that's often called a geodesic tent. Very stable design, but usually rather heavy. Also usually...
Thought on stove to save weight (Firebox Nano)
I was bouncing back and forth on the following in terms of potential weight savings. Three caveats... -I understand this idea isn't as convenient as a canister stove -I do most of...
New katadyn "befree" filter bottle?
Lester, the befree although different is the same filter technology as the Sawyer and you cannot let it freeze. If so it would be compromised same as the Sawyers. This seems like...
DWR Performance
Jimmy, I was referencing a specific 2014 knit windshirt. What happened with this garment was stretched, to any degree, is as you stated. I don’t believe this specific windshirt’s performance analysis is...
Merino Tencel 50/50 shirts or other blends. Anyone tried them?
Has anyone ever tried a Merino/Tencel blend of shirts? http://snarkynomad.com/why-merino-wool-t-shirts-are-the-best-travel-t-shirts/ I do love merino but when they first hit the market a few years back (I still have my first 2007 REI...
Nitecore HC60 white light- $49 with free (international) shipping
Haven't seen this one mentioned on BPL and I haven't used one myself so I'll just highlight main features: Operated by either two cr123 or a single 18650 (included). Built In...
Variance in EN ratings on same sleeping bag? (Mountain Hardwear Phantom 45)
jerry ,,, thats roughly what richard does ... the problem is that its an extrapolation ... and not actual measurements ... perhaps one day we will get to the point where all...
Looking at lighter headlamp choices......
I have a flashlight conundrum that I’d like to throw out to those more knowledgeable than me, which should include most of you. After using various Black Diamond headlamps that seemed too...
get collapsible trekking poles?
Agree that it's surprising how cheaply good poles can be purchased.  Re: component prices, those GG grips are pretty much the gold standard. I've never used the CostCo poles, but have a hard...
Windshirt - best current replacement to the 2012 Houdini?
Please forgive me if I've missed posts or reviews that answer this question. Â What is the current thinking on the best hooded option as a replacement for the 2012 Houdini (looking for...
